Mass Timber Structural Engineer

Position Responsibilities

• Lead structural design, analysis, and documentation for mass timber projects, including delegated design submittals, EOR assignments, and construction assistance scopes
• Review and coordinate manufacturer shop drawings, ensuring alignment with contract documents, fabrication constraints, and erection sequencing
• Develop and refine connection details for CLT, glulam, MPP, and other mass timber systems, including steel interfaces and hardware specifications
• Collaborate with architects, fabricators, contractors, and manufacturers to resolve coordination challenges and support constructability from design through project closeout
• Manage structural scope, schedule, and budget for assigned projects, including RFIs, submittals, and cost estimate preparation as required
• Mentor junior engineers and BIM staff through technical direction, quality review, and hands-on project involvement
• Support business development by contributing to fee proposals, participating in client relationship management, and representing the firm at mass timber industry events

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
• 7+ years of structural engineering experience, with direct hands-on focus on mass timber systems including CLT, glulam, and MPP
• Demonstrated ability to review, interpret, and coordinate mass timber shop drawings and construction documents
• High proficiency in NDS and applicable building codes for mass timber design
• Experience coordinating directly with mass timber fabricators, suppliers, and design-assist teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain by comity
• Familiarity with MPP, DLT, NLT, GLT, ADLT, or hybrid timber systems
• Familiarity with Type IV construction requirements
• Familiarity with SDPWS Appendix B
• Experience with Dlubal or equivalent structural analysis software
• BIM coordination workflow experience
• Field experience, including rigging and bracing for mass timber erection
• Vibration analysis and fire/char design exposure

Position Details

Salary Range: $83,000 to $115,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law).

This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Bend or Portland, Oregon

Schedule: Hybrid

Benefits: Competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team.

Note: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.